In terms of collecting payment, if this is your only property for now, just Zelle or Venmo is likely fine.

Anything you buy in the Columbus Ohio market is currently blowing up in terms of appreciation growth.

This is a strong deal in terms of cash flow and equity.

This is a strong deal in terms of cash flow and equity.

With regard to the options you came up with:1) Sell now and lose 100k including the renovation costs and closing costs (unless I get lucky and find someone willing to buy above market) Speak to a local real estate agent first and let him or her comp your home in as-is condition so you know what you're dealing with in terms of what your home is worth now compared to the comps.2) Turn it into a short term rental for a year and see how it goes.

In terms of appraisal, don’t be afraid to ask for the appraisers contact info.

As an article from Ramsey Solutions says:“The best way to gauge what you can expect in terms of resale value on home improvements—especially if you’re planning to sell soon—is to talk to a real estate agent who is an expert in your market.

There's a difference between existing policies that are grandfathered in and new business though in terms of eligibility and what a company will accept. 

But its lifeline is the single I35 highway running north south...In terms if Economic development- I can speak for Hutto, they are take big steps to attract investments that is boosting the local economy.

I guess I am just looking for what a picture of scaling responsibly looks like in terms of numbers.